Detail 01
10 in. head
Small diameter tuned very high. Gives the sharp, piercing tone that lets calls be heard over a full line.
Product detailSKU #1274115063345
MEINLRepinique Silver 10 In X 10 In
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
A 10 x 10 repinique in silver — the call-and-response voice of a samba line, aimed at players and schools building a bateria on a budget.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Leading a samba line with calls and breaks
- Percussion programs adding Brazilian instruments affordably
- Players who want a high, dry drum voice over a snare
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Anyone after a deep, low tom sound
- Players expecting snare wires and a crack
- Pro carnival groups needing tour-grade hardware
What matters in use
The specifications, translated
Catalog numbers tell only part of the story. These are the details most likely to change how this product feels, sounds, or fits into a setup.
Detail 02
10 in. depth
Square dimensions keep the note short and focused rather than boomy — good for fast repique patterns.
Detail 03
No snare wires
The voice is pure drum tone, not a snare crack. Attack comes from tension and stick choice.
Detail 04
Silver finish shell
Bright, uniform look that holds up to outdoor use and cleans easily after a street parade.
Detail 05
179.99 price
Entry-to-mid tier. Solid for rehearsal and community groups; not built around premium shell or lug quality.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01You'll need a sling — repinique is played standing, angled at the waist.
- 02Repique technique uses one stick and one bare hand; thin nylon sticks help.
- 03Tune it high and even. A loose repinique loses the cutting voice entirely.
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01What is a repinique used for?
It's the caller in a samba bateria. The leader plays calls and breaks on it, and the rest of the line answers.
02Does it have snares?
No. A repinique is a two-headed drum with no snare wires — the sound is a high, dry tone driven by tight tuning.
03Can a beginner play this?
Yes, though repique technique — one stick, one hand — takes practice. Many groups start players on surdo or caixa first.
04How is it different from a caixa?
The caixa is a snare drum with wires and a crack. The repinique is smaller, unsnared, tuned higher, and used for calls.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
2 detailsBody & build
- Color
- Gray
- Color Finish
- Silver
